Supporting Lodge 281 St Johnston’s Charitable Works
A Cookbook with a Mission
For over 265 years, Lodge 281 St Johnston has gathered Brethren around the Festive Board, sharing fellowship, wisdom, and exceptional food. Now, for the first time, we’re sharing our culinary traditions with you.
This beautifully crafted digital cookbook contains 107 authentic Irish recipes, carefully adapted from traditional large-format lodge kitchens to family-friendly portions of 6-8 servings. From hearty Ulster stews to elegant installation feast centrepieces, every recipe has been tested and perfected by generations of Lodge Stewards across the Province of Londonderry and Donegal.
Supporting a Vital Cause
Every purchase directly supports Pieta House (www.pieta.ie) – Ireland’s leading suicide prevention charity providing free therapy and support services to people in suicidal crisis and those who engage in self-harm. The remaining proceeds strengthen Lodge 281’s charitable fund for future community support.
Your £7 purchase helps:
- Fund crisis intervention services across Ireland
- Support suicide prevention programmes
- Provide free therapy for those in desperate need
- Build our charitable reserves for local emergency assistance
What’s Inside
107 Time-Tested Recipes including:
- Traditional Irish roasts and stews perfect for Sunday dinner
- Elegant starters for special occasions
- Comfort classics that warm the heart
- Seasonal dishes celebrating the lodge calendar
- Special dietary options ensuring everyone feels welcome
- Traditional puddings and desserts
- Complete guides to cheese, port, and coffee service
Practical Features for Every Cook:
- Cost indicators (£/££/£££) for budget planning
- “Lodge Steward’s Notes” with insider tips and variations
- Make-ahead instructions for stress-free entertaining
- Detailed timing guides for perfectly coordinated meals
- Cultural context connecting recipes to Irish Masonic heritage
For Everyone
While rooted in Masonic tradition, these recipes welcome all cooks. Whether you’re:
- A Lodge Steward planning your next Festive Board
- A family wanting authentic Irish cooking
- Someone passionate about charitable causes
- A food lover interested in culinary heritage
You’ll find warmth, wisdom, and wonderful meals within these pages.
Beautiful Digital Edition
300PLUS pages of professionally designed content featuring:
- Stunning cover artwork depicting the traditional Festive Board
- Historical context from Lodge 281’s 265-year heritage
- Cultural insights into Irish Masonic dining traditions
- Comprehensive indexes and reference guides
- Full-colour throughout
- Instant download
- Perfect for tablets, phones, and printing at home
Just £7 – Exceptional Value
Digital Edition: £7
- Instant download upon payment
- High-quality PDF format
- Compatible with all devices
- Print-friendly formatting
- Lifetime access
A Purchase That Changes Lives
When you buy this cookbook, you’re not just getting exceptional recipes—you’re potentially saving lives through your support of Pieta House’s vital work. Every meal you prepare becomes an act of charity, every shared dinner strengthens the bonds of fellowship, and every pound contributes to suicide prevention across Ireland.
“By purchasing this book, you support life-saving charitable work. By cooking these recipes, you keep our traditions alive for future generations.”
Order Now for Just £7 and Start Cooking for a Cause
Lodge 281 St Johnston – Warranted 1757
Province of Londonderry and Donegal
Grand Lodge of Ireland